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Sakala v. York Condominium Corporation No. 344
Corporation:
Date:
2024-10-31
Summary:
The case involved a dispute between a condominium corporation and a unit owner regarding access to records. The corporation failed to provide requested records and the unit owner subsequently filed a claim with the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT).
Under:
Records, CAT Fees
Verdict:
The CAT ordered the corporation to provide the requested records to the unit owner and to repay the CAT fees. This highlights the importance of corporations adhering to their obligations under the Condominium Act and the potential consequences of failing to do so.
Takeaways:
- Condominium corporations are obliged under the Condominium Act to maintain and provide access to certain records.
- Failure to provide these records can result in disputes and claims filed with the CAT.
- CAT has the authority to order the corporation to provide records and to repay the CAT fees incurred by the unit owner.
Recommendations:
- Condominium corporations should ensure they are aware of and adhere to their obligations under the Condominium Act.
- Records should be maintained and made available to unit owners upon request to avoid disputes.
- Condominium boards or managers should be aware of the potential for financial consequences (such as repaying CAT fees) in cases where they fail to fulfill their obligations.